High Protein Creamy Prawn Pasta
Indulge in the perfect balance of taste and nutrition with this High Protein Creamy Prawn Pasta, a wholesome yet decadent dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender whole wheat pasta, succulent prawns, and a luscious sauce made with low-fat Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is packed with protein to keep you satisfied and energized. Fresh spinach, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of chili flakes add vibrant flavors, while a sprinkling of fresh basil ties everything together beautifully. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this healthy creamy prawn pasta is a delicious way to enjoy comfort food without compromise. Perfect for fans of high-protein meals, easy pasta recipes, and light seafood dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams whole wheat pasta
- 400 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 100 grams spinach
- 150 grams low-fat Greek yogurt
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the prawns and cook until they are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the prawns from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low, then stir in the Greek yogurt and parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta and prawns back to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat everything through.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy high protein creamy prawn pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.4 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 824 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 2647 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 145.6 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 973 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2345 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
